The Pride of CASE V Awards Program

2009 Winning Entries

(Judges’ Comments)

The Pride of CASE V Awards Program honors institutions and individuals who demonstrate outstanding achievement in the concept and execution of advancement programs and communications. Categories not appearing in this listing either did not receive any entries or the judges determined the entries received did not merit recognition.

 

1b. Best Practices in Alumni Relations, 3,000 to 9,999 FTE

Gold Award

Miami University
Winter College 2009
Brian Breittholz, Ray Mock, Jayne Whitehead
Abstract

1c. Best Practices in Alumni Relations, 10,000 FTE and up

Bronze Award

Indiana University Alumni Association
Indiana University International Alumni Conference and Reunion
Thomas A. Martz, Karl Zacker, Eric De Haan

2. Best Student Alumni Programming

Gold Award

Penn State Alumni Association
Alumni Achievement Awards
Tom Hammond, Sara Jones, Cheryl Bonner
Abstract

Gold Award

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Technology Entrepreneur Center Silicon Valley Workshop
Rhiannon Clifton, Stephanie Larson
Abstract

Silver Award

Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis Alumni Association
Operation L.A.W.S. (law alumni working with students)
Danny Kibble, Chasity Thompson

3. Best Collaborative Program

Gold Award

Ohio Northern University
We are Polar Bear Nation: Under the Northern Lights, He’s more than a Mascot.
Carol Flax, Josh Alkire, Nancy Burnett, Ken Colwell, Sonja Umbs, Toma Williams
Abstract

Silver Award

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
“Homicide Investigation: From Crime Scene to Court” — A Continuing Education Conference
Stefan S. Davis, Karen Jones, Kimberly Helton, Danny Kibble, Sharon Holland, Jayme Little

Bronze Award

Indiana University Alumni Association
Indiana University International Alumni Conference and Reunion
Thomas A. Martz, Karl Zacker, Eric De Haan

4. Best Volunteer Engagement Program

Gold Award

Grand Valley State University
Alumni Volunteers — Growing a Greater Grand Valley
Susan Proctor, Jackie Cuppy
Abstract

Silver Award

Wayne State University
Women of Wayne Alumni Association ArtWalk
Elisabeth Johnston

5. Best New Alumni Program

Gold Award

Lake Forest Graduate School of Management
LinkedIn Alumni Group
Joan Steltmann, Jill Mesirow, De-Anthony King, Nanci Saraceno
Abstract

Silver Award

Grand Valley State University
Establishing Young Alumni Programming at Grand Valley State University
Mindy Kalinowski Earley

6a. Best Alumni/Institution Magazine, 2,999 FTE or fewer

Gold Award

Grinnell College
The Grinnell Magazine
Jacqueline Hartling Stolze, James Powers
Abstract

Silver Award

The College of Wooster
Wooster magazine
Karol Crosbie, Jimmy Wilkinson Meyer, Matt Dilyard, Roger Collier

Bronze Award

Taylor University
Taylor, a magazine for Taylor University alumni and friends
James R. Garringer, Adam Perry, Ben R. Sells, Ben Wehling, Joyce A. Wood

6b. Best Alumni/Institution Magazine, 3,000 to 9,999 FTE

Gold Award

University of Dayton
University of Dayton Magazine
Thomas M. Columbus, Frank Pauer, Matthew Dewald, Larry Burgess, Jeaneen Parsons,
Maureen Schlangen, Michelle Tedford
Abstract

Silver Award

University of St. Thomas
St. Thomas Magazine
Brian C. Brown, Patty Petersen, Sara Klomp, Mike Ekern, Bill Kirchgessner, Doug Hennes, Nadine Friederichs

Bronze Award

St. Olaf College
St. Olaf Magazine
Carole Leigh Engblom

6c. Best Alumni/Institution Magazine, 10,000 FTE and up

Gold Award

Ohio State University Alumni Association, Inc.
Ohio State Alumni Magazine
Lynne M. Bonenberger, Steve Proctor, Constance E. Wanstreet, Taryn L. Jones, Jay Hansen, Rick Harrison, Deborah S. Sawyer
Abstract

Silver Award

Ohio University
Ohio Today magazine
Mariel Jungkunz, Sarah McDowell

Bronze Award

Indiana University
Indiana Alumni Magazine
Mike Wright

7b. Most Improved Alumni/Institution Magazine, 3,000 to 9,999 FTE

Gold Award

University of St. Thomas
St. Thomas Magazine
Brian C. Brown, Patty Petersen, Sara Klomp, Mike Ekern, Bill Kirchgessner, Doug Hennes, Nadine Friederichs
Abstract

Silver Award

Metropolitan State University
Metropolitan State University Buzz
Vicki Lofquist, Susan Amos Palmer, Maureen Acosta, Darlene Esko, Noriko Ramberg, Andrea Jenkins, Linda Johnson, Harvey Meyer, Karen Underhill, Michael Fitzgerald, Anne Hodson, Jim Mims, Thom O’Connor, Tom Roster, Diane DeRosier Douglass, Aldrich Design, Kathleen Burnham, James Byrne, Robert Heuermann

Bronze Award

Baldwin-Wallace College
Synergies — The Magazine of Baldwin-Wallace College
George T. Richard, Helen Rathburn, Kevin Ruple, Ron Linek, Sue Searcy, Joyce DeGirolamo, Alumni Office

7c. Most Improved Alumni/Institution Magazine, 10,000 FTE and up

Gold Award

Purdue University, College of Liberal Arts
Purdue University College of Liberal Arts THiNK Magazine
John J. Contreni, Barbara Dixon, Kristal Arnold, Cheryl Glotzbach, Grant Flora
Abstract

Silver Award

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Engage Magazine (print and online)
Jeanette DeDiemar, Natalie Johnson, Jaime Hunt, Sara Jolin Mikoulinskii, Rebecca Sullivan, Jamie Ceman, David Williams, Sheryl Hanson, Chris Gantner, Linda Cotton, Dylan Stolley, Donna Mleziva, Lori Kroening, Kennan Timm, Deb Pulvermacher, Joshua Ranger, Dana Hartel

8. Best Video/DVD/CD-ROM, Fundraising, Alumni Relations or Commercial Spots

Gold Award

University of Illinois Foundation
“Building the Next Generation of Brilliant Futures” video
Don Kojich, Amy Quigg, Matthew Orchowski, Nick Perry
Abstract

Silver Award

Central Michigan University
CMU Events Center Fundraising Video
Timothy O’Brien, Steve Smith, Cynthia Drake, Sarah Chuby, Jay Lanctot, Dick Enberg

Bronze Award

Winona State University
Light the Way Capital Campaign DVD
Cristeen Custer, Brett Ayers

9a. Best Practices in Fundraising and Development, 2,999 FTE or fewer

Gold Award

Indiana University East
IU East Campus Campaign 2009: “Seeing the Impact”
Brindy Roosa, Susanna Tanner, Carla Bowen, Mary Jo Foster, Mary Humphries, Rob Tolley, Diana Uhlman, Lisa Weireter
Abstract

Silver Award

Taylor University
Navigating Whitewater Times — Increasing the Annual Fund during difficult economic times through macro- and micro-strategies
Ben Sells, Michael Falder

9b. Best Practices in Fundraising and Development, 3,000 to 9,999 FTE

Gold Award

Miami University
This Is Our Miami
Emily Berry, Suzanne Clark, Meridith Oberklein Spille, Kim Tavares, Kevin Marks, Jayne Whitehead
Abstract

Silver Award

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Center for International Education — Funding Global Learning
Kate Hartsel, Mindy Merryfield, Karl Markgraf, Sally Webb, Kimera Way

12. Best Program in Annual Giving

Silver Award

University of Michigan
Recent Grad — All Roads Lead Back to Michigan
Chrissy Cooper, Brandon Gheen, Michele Helfrich, Lesley Hundley, Angela Peterson, Kevin Riegle, Liz Woods

Bronze Award

Miami University
Senior Legacy Campaign 2009
Joe Doyle, Meridith Oberklein Spille, Brad Bundy, Jayne Whitehead

13. Best Capital/Comprehensive Campaign

Gold Award

Oakland University
Innovation and Opportunity — The Campaign for Oakland University
Susan Davies Goepp, Katie Groves, Elizabeth Kowalik, Debra Lashbrook, Sue MacDonnel,
Laura Mutz, Robert Saunders, Tracy Utech
Abstract

Silver Award

Trinity International University
Trinity International University Capital Campaign
Wayne Kijanowski, Gary Cantwell, Jeff Calhoun, Jane Steen, Zofia Dripps, Carl Johnson

14. Best Program in Donor Recognition/Stewardship

Gold Award

University of Illinois at Chicago and University of Illinois Foundation
An Evening with UIC
Jennifer Herlein, Penelepe C. Hunt, Michelle Michael, Judee Olechno, Jessica Olive, David Scott
Abstract

Silver Award

Marquette University
Acknowledging Endowed and Current Use Scholarship Donors
Melissa Ebner, Luba Aganina, Christine Baranoucky, Sarah Burkhart, Chris Cabatbat, Heather Casey, Doug Frohmader, Amanda Garry, Emily Kort, Marilyn Mutzenbauer, Sue Suleski, Corinthia Van Orsdol, Alice Wilson

Bronze Award

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Creative Services
School of Social Work Donor Recognition
Debra Bolgla, Julia Stackler

17. Best Program in Case Statements/Cultivation Publications

Gold Award

Kent State University
Kent State University Centennial Campaign Case Statements
Brian Thornton, Ologie
Abstract

Silver Award

Loyola University Chicago
Partner: The Campaign for the Future of Loyola
Carla Beecher, Katie Hession, Brendan Keating, Ted Yee

Bronze Award

Michigan Technological University
Generations of Discovery: The Campaign for Michigan Tech
Bonnie B. Gorman, Linda Watson, William Tembreull, Marcia Goodrich, Kara Sokol, Dennis Walikainen, Debbie Shepard, Adam Vorlicek, Susan Burlingame

18a. Teresa Du Bois Exline Award for Best Practices in Communications and Marketing, 2,999 FTE or fewer

Gold Award

Lake Forest Graduate School of Management
Key Market Initiative
Kate Colbert, Curt Wang, Dick Strassburger, Erin Creaney, Michelle Comparetti-Ziekert
Abstract

Silver Award

Earlham College
Earlham College Podcast
Mark Blackmon, Mark Brim

18b. Teresa Du Bois Exline Award for Best Practices in Communications and Marketing, 3,000 to 9,999 FTE

Gold Award

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire College of Business
The Great Northwoods Sales Warm-Up
Gretchen Hutterli, Bonnie Krahn, Meredith Wolf
Abstract

Silver Award

The University of Toledo
myUT
Lawrence Burns, Tobin Klinger, Kathleen Walsh, Vicki Kroll, Brian Szabo, Brock Clagg, Jon Strunk, Christopher Ankney

Bronze Award

University of Dayton
Battleground Ohio: A Media Relations Program
Cilla Shindell, Shawn Robinson, Cameron Fullam

18c. Teresa Du Bois Exline Award for Best Practices in Communications and Marketing, 10,000 FTE and up

Gold Award

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Integrated Marketing and Communications transformation model at UW Oshkosh
Jeanette DeDiemar, Jaime Hunt, Jamie Ceman, Natalie Johnson, Rebecca Sullivan
Abstract

Silver Award

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system
Open for Business
Linda Kohl, Nancy Conner, Paul Berger, Mary Rothchild

Bronze Award

Indiana University Foundation
Imagine (Print and Web-based Magazine)
Sandra Bate, Jonathan Purvis, Bill Holladay, Tyagan Miller, Dave Richardson, Kenya Cockerham, Jaylyn Lee, Luis Puga, Lee Sandweiss, Susan Schwanke

19. Best Video Feature

Silver Award

Kent State University
Project Rockwell
Jon Jivan

Bronze Award

Marquette University
Jesuit 2.0
Dave Murphy, Jay Sanders, Frank Anderson, Civilian Edit

21. Best Radio PSA or Commercial Spot

Silver Award

Indiana University East
“Focused on You”
Rob Zinkan

22. Best Video PSA or Commercial Spot

Gold Award

Indiana University Southeast
“Hands on Your Future”
Bon Corum, Graham Gohman, Scott McKenzie, John Weber, Carol Branson, Erica Walsh, Jenny Johnson Wolf, Lee Staton, John Weber
Abstract

Silver Award

Kent State University
“Excellence in Action” television commercials
Thomas Neumann, Flo Cunningham, Gayle Wilson

Bronze Award

Indiana State University
Real Investment at Indiana State
Mark Edwards, Tracy Ford, Bob Bruce, Paula Meyer

23. Best Electronic Newsletter

Gold Award

Baldwin-Wallace College
Parent Connect
Joyce DeGirolamo, Alicia Mauer, Susan Rapps
Abstract

Bronze Award

University of Michigan
Talent Management, University of Michigan Development — Careers home page
Nancy Waters, Kerri Pepperman, Jim Reische, Jouhana Aldeeb, Erin Hall-Westfall, Michele Helfrich

24. Best Institutional Web Site

Silver Award

Midwestern University
http://www.midwestern.edu
Karen Johnson, Courtney Sullivan, Dana Fay, Abena Patton, Jessica Moore

Bronze Award

Indiana University
Indiana University Bloomington Web Site Redesign
Cassie Johnston, Heather Beery, Lesa Petersen, Keith Roach, Greg Polit, Rebecca Salerno, Jason Barnett, Dan Hiester, Zach Collier, John Wayne Hill, Ryan Goetz, John Meylor, Thom Atkinson, Angela Tharp, Julia Jackson, Mike Nelson, Brian Smith, Scott Taylor, Nancy Webber, Catharine McElwee-Roach, Thalith Nasir

25. Best Web Site, Individual Page or Section

Gold Award

University of Dayton
President’s Report
Frank Pauer, Michelle Tedford, Maureen Schlangen, Tom Columbus, Matthew Dewald, Teri Rizvi, Larry Burgess
Abstract

Silver Award

Michigan Technological University
Registrar Web site
Andrew Grohowski, Alexander Hughes, Gail Sweeting, Scott Shannon, Brandy Tichonoff, Joel Vertin, Jared Kauppila, Kathleen Pintar, Vicky Roy, John Lehman

Bronze Award

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Happening@IUPUI — The IUPUI Events Calendar
http://events.iupui.edu
Chris Brown

26. Best Tabloid/Newsletter for Internal Audience

Gold Award

University of Illinois at Chicago
UIC News
Sonya Booth, Christy Levy, Anna Dworzecka, Gary Wisby
Abstract

Silver Award

Hope College
In Progress
Jason Cash, Kate Frillmann, Scott Wolterink

27. Best Tabloid/Newsletter for External Audience

Gold Award

Purdue University Department of Agricultural Communication
Purdue Agriculture Connections
Dan Annarino, Tom Campbell, Frank Koontz, Donya Lester, Megan Madia, Dinah McClure, Gina Price, Christine Roper
No abstract available

Silver Award

University of St. Thomas
Connections
Peter Borden, Mike Ekern, Nadine Friederichs, Jeff Kasimor, Katie Stephens

Bronze Award

University of St. Thomas
Writing in the Margins
Mike Ekern, Jeff Kasimor, Andy Leet, Joyce Poley, Anne Schafer

28. Most Improved Tabloid/Newsletter

Gold Award

Indiana University Alumni Association and the Indiana Memorial Union
John Whittenberger Society Alumni Newsletter
Sarah Preuschl Anderson, John Hobson, Cheryl Crouch, Kelly Carnahan, Damen Morris
Abstract

Silver Award

University of St. Thomas
CAS Spotlight
Patty Petersen, Sara Klomp, Mike Ekern, Marisa Kelly, Terence Langan

Bronze Award

Indiana University Foundation
Giving
Tyagan Miller, Sandra Bate, Bill Holladay, Jen Schmitz, Luis Puga, Kenya Cockerham, Jessica Parry

29. Excellence in Print Advertising

Gold Award

Indiana University East
Richmond Register: Social Media Campaign
Rob Zinkan, Susanna Tanner
Abstract

Silver Award

Indiana State University
BizVoice Magazine Print Ad
Ted Wilson, Kara Berchem, Mark Edwards

Bronze Award

Central Michigan University
Comerica Park Billboard Promoting Central Michigan University
Robert Barclay, Cynthia Drake, Amy Gouin, Monica Mull

30. Best Annual Report

Silver Award

Michigan State University College of Education
College of Education Annual Report
Emily Brozovic, Nicole Geary, Millbrook Printing

Bronze Award

Indiana University
IU Center on Philanthropy Annual Report
Erika Knudson, Dennis Hill, Joshua Sprunger

31. Best Viewbook

Gold Award

Marquette University
Get Found: A college-bound student’s guide to figuring out life (and Marquette University)
Sharon Grace, Nicole Sweeney Etter, Roby Blust, Jeff Lochowicz, Dave Murphy, Joni Moths Mueller, Sarah Krukowski, Tom Pionek, Alex Williams, Sean McCabe, Travis Foster, Bryan Peterson, Mike Kasun, William Rieser, John Nienhuis, Kat Berger, Dan Johnson, Ben Smidt
Abstract

Silver Award

Miami University
Viewbook
Donna Barnet, Tracy Chappelow, Arlene Werts, Liz Baxter, Derrick Moore

32. Excellence in Design, Brochures

Silver Award

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Creative Services
Institute for Condensed Matter Theory Brochure
Scott Paceley, Sarah Williams, Julia Stackler

Bronze Award

Marquette University
Get Found: A college-bound student’s guide to figuring out life (and Marquette University)
Sharon Grace, Nicole Sweeney Etter, Roby Blust, Jeff Lochowicz, Dave Murphy, Joni Moths Mueller, Sarah Krukowski, Tom Pionek, Alex Williams, Sean McCabe, Travis Foster, Bryan Peterson, Mike Kasun, William Rieser, John Nienhuis, Kat Berger, Dan Johnson, Ben Smidt

33. Excellence in Design, Series

Gold Award

University of Indianapolis
Inside UIndy: Spring, Summer, and Fall 2008
Peter Noot, Jeannine Allen, Sarah Whitfield, Ron Wilks, Shawn Odle, Jen Huber, Mark Barrett
Abstract

Silver Award

Miami University
Viewbook, Postcard series, Living on Campus brochure
Donna Barnet, Tracy Chappelow, Arlene Werts, Liz Baxter, Derrick Moore

Bronze Award

St. Olaf College
Academic Divisional Brochures
Eric Hanson, Steve Blodgett, Carole Leigh Engblom, Kari VanDerVeen, David Gonnerman

34a. Excellence in Design, Individual Poster

Gold Award

Central Michigan University
CMU Biological Station on Beaver Island Course Poster
Mark Lagerwey, Amy Gouin, Peggy Brisbane, Monica Mull, Chris Bradshaw
Abstract

Silver Award

The University of Toledo
2009 Art on the Mall poster
Erin Lanham, Dan Miller, Andrew Smith, Michelle Hoch-Henningsen

Bronze Award

The University of Toledo
2009 NCAA Division I Men’s Golf Championships Poster
Andrew Smith, Amanda Russell, Michelle Hoch-Henningsen

34b. Excellence in Design, Poster Series

Bronze Award

Illinois State University
MBA Brand You Poster Series
Jeff Higgerson

35. Excellence in Design, Miscellaneous

Gold Award

University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
“A New History” Coffee Table Book
Brandon Gheen, Evan Hansen
Abstract

Silver Award

The University of Toledo
Seed Money/UT Guarantee Direct Mail Package
Chelsea Copeland, Amanda Russell, Michelle Hoch-Henningsen, John Adams, Deanna Woolf

Bronze Award

University of St. Thomas
“Menu Makers” from St. Thomas Magazine (Winter 2009)
Sara Klomp, Mike Ekern, Kelly Hailstone

36. Best Specialized or Unit-Level Magazine

Gold Award

Indiana University
Research & Creative Activity
Lauren J. Bryant, Kelly Carnahan
Abstract

Silver Award

University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
LSAmagazine
Lara Zielin, Rebekah Murray, Patricia Claydon, Peggy Burns

Bronze Award

University of Michigan Medical School
Medicine at Michigan
Rick Krupinski, Sally Pobojewski, Marie Frost, Robin Johnson

37a. Excellence in Photography, People and Portraits

Gold Award

University of St. Thomas
2000 Words: Father Monsignor James Lavin’s Hands
Mike Ekern
Abstract

Silver Award

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
We Rock
Bill Hoepner

Bronze Award

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Electric Professor
Andy McNeill

37b. Excellence in Photography, Campus Environment

Gold Award

Indiana University
Night Watch
Chris Meyer
No abstract available

Silver Award

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Dreyfus University Center
Tom Charlesworth

Bronze Award

Indiana State University
Snowscape: Technology
Kara Berchem

37c. Excellence in Photography, Sports

Gold Award

University of St. Thomas
2000 Words: St. Thomas Men’s Basketball Team
Mike Ekern
No abstract available

Bronze Award

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Frozen Pitch
Andy McNeill

37d. Excellence in Photography, Photo Essay

Gold Award

University of St. Thomas
Menu Makers
Mike Ekern
Abstract

Bronze Award

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Bon Iver: Behind the Scenes
Rick Mickelson

38. Best Graphic Identity/Logo

Gold Award

University of Michigan Alumni Association
Go Blue Tailgate Logo
Catherine Serrin-Niekro, Joel Panozzo, Andrea Cavanaugh, Kirk Lutz
Abstract

Silver Award

Joliet Junior College
Joliet Junior College logo
Shawn McGuan, Andrea Lehmacher, Cathy Trezek, Rachel Rose, Demetra LeRoy

Bronze Award

St. Olaf College
Summer Music Camp Logo
Eric Hanson

39. Best Illustration/Graphic

Gold Award

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Penguin Power Illustration
Amy Kreul
Abstract

40. Excellence in Feature Writing, Individual

Gold Award

University of Dayton
“Our Village Is Dying”
Matthew Dewald, Thomas M. Columbus
Abstract

Silver Award

University of Iowa Alumni Association
“House of Cards”
Tina Owen, Kathryn Howe

Bronze Award

University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
“Face of the Moon,” LSAmagazine
Patricia Claydon, Lara Zielin

41. Excellence in Feature Writing, Series

Gold Award

University of Cincinnati
“Committed to a cause”
Deborah Rieselman, John Bach, Amanda Chalifoux, Curt Whitacre, Angela Koenig
Abstract

Silver Award

The University of Toledo
“Unexpected Treasures of UT”
Cynthia Nowak, Vickie Kroll

Bronze Award

Earlham College
Earlhamite magazine, The Music Issue
Jonathan Graham

42. Excellence in News Writing

Gold Award

Earlham College
“Half-Century of Effort by College Yields Traffic Signal”
Mark Blackmon
Abstract

Silver Award

University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
“Staying above the Fold,” LSAmagazine Spring 2009
Maryanne George, Lara Zielin, Patricia Claydon

Bronze Award

University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
“Election Forensics,” LSAmagazine Fall 2008
Lara Zielin, Patricia Claydon

43. Excellence in Research/Scientific/Medical Writing, Individual

Gold Award

Ohio University
“The Evolution of Discovery,” Perspectives magazine
Andrea Gibson
Abstract

Silver Award

University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
“Face of the Moon,” LSAmagazine
Patricia Claydon, Lara Zielin

Bronze Award

University Communications, Wisconsin Alumni Association
“Bedtime Stories,” On Wisconsin Magazine
Jenny Price

44. Excellence in Research/Scientific/Medical Writing, Series

Bronze Award

University of Minnesota College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences
Solutions magazine collected stories
Becky Beyers, Sara Specht

45. Best Event on a Shoestring

Gold Award

Indiana University East
Celebration of Campus and Community
Rob Zinkan, Terry Wiesehan, John Oak Dalton, Liz Johnson, Burt Cole, Todd Duke, Amanda Vance, Brindy Roosa, Larry Richards, Rena Dilworth, Dan Dooley, Nasser Paydar
Abstract

Silver Award

The University of Toledo
Employee Appreciation
Lawrence Burns, Esther Fabian, Eric Eitniear, Aimee Falk, Chris Mercadante, Michael Procyk, Dan Miller

Bronze Award

Waubonsee Community College
New Aurora Campus Ceremonial Groundbreaking
Jeff Noblitt, Stephanie Wennmacher, Linda Haugen, Marcia Gehrig, Mary Morrison, Meghan Edmonson, Neil Ruffolo, Adam Punter, Krystyna Kielb, Ann Smith, Debbie Wilhelmi, Paula Karales

46. Excellence in Special Events, Invitations and Collateral Materials

Gold Award

Illinois Institute of Technology
Trustee Breakout Dinner
Carrie Casper, Robbie Deveney, Cayce Dumont, Betsy Hughes, Jamie Summers, Nancy Schoon
Abstract

Silver Award

Illinois Institute of Technology
Alumni Awards
Carrie Casper, Robbie Deveney, Cayce Dumont, Kurt Haenicke, Betsy Hughes, Cameron Watkins, Scott Benbrook

Bronze Award

University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
“A New History” Campaign Finale Collaterals
Brandon Gheen, Evan Hansen, Anne Hart, Laura Pavledes, Lara Zielin, Heather Carney

47. Excellence in Special Events, Individual Event

Gold Award

Michigan Technological University
YES! Expo
Bonnie B. Gorman, Pete Cattelino, John Lehman, Randy Hansen, Pat Beaver, Crystal Verran, John Gagnon, Jennifer Donovan, Brandy Tichonoff, Arlene Collins
Abstract

Silver Award

Illinois Institute of Technology
Trustee Breakout Dinner
Carrie Casper, Robbie Deveney, Cayce Dumont, Betsy Hughes, Jamie Summers

Bronze Award

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire College of Business
The Great Northwoods Sales Warm-Up
Gretchen Hutterli, Bonnie Krahn, Meredith Wolf

48. Excellence in Special Events, Series of Events

Gold Award

Ohio Northern University
We are Polar Bear Nation: Under the Northern Lights, He’s more than a Mascot.
Carol Flax, Josh Alkire, Nancy Burnett, Ken Colwell, Sonja Umbs, Toma Williams
Abstract

Silver Award

Taylor University
Taylor University Heritage Weekend 2009: Celebrating the Heritage of Intentional Community
Ben Sells, Sherri Harter, Joyce Wood

49. Best Diversity Program

Gold Award

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system
Make College a Part of Your Future
Linda Kohl, Nancy Conner, Melinda Voss, Paul Berger, Raul Ramos, Ka Vang, Whitney Harris
Abstract

Bronze Award

Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, IN
African American Alumnae Homecoming
Kara O’Leary, Elaine Meyer-Lee, Larisa Olin Ortiz, Mary Firtl, Lisa Peppers